This bumper book of Thames & Hudson’s successful Sacred Symbols series brings together some of the world’s most potent sacred images under three categories – peoples, religions and mysteries.
Through an incredibly rich array of fascinating images drawn from ritual, myth and the natural world, Sacred Symbols reveals the quintessence of a multiplicity of beliefs and experiences. It is the perfect introduction to the timeless wisdoms of humankind.
Through an incredibly rich array of fascinating images drawn from ritual, myth and the natural world, Sacred Symbols reveals the quintessence of a multiplicity of beliefs and experiences. It is the perfect introduction to the timeless wisdoms of humankind.
Extent: 792 pp
Format: PLC (no jacket)
Illustrations: 770
Publication date: 2009-02-23
Size: 17.8 x 16.1 cm
ISBN: 9780500514559
Introduction Peoples: Ancient Egypt • The Celts • The Native Americans • The Maya Religions: The Buddha • The Tao Christianity Mysteries: The Mandala • Sacred Sex • The Tarot
About the Author
Robert Adkinson was highly respected editor at Thames & Hudson for many years.
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